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WG53 EEJ

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Black Registered in Exeter, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 135,437 miles on the clock, averaging 12,991 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for WG53 EEJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
135,437
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
12,991

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading135,437 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,991
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WG53 EEJ 33k59k84k110k135k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage135,437 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,437 miles
Since last MOT+2,364 miles
PASS
Mileage133,073 miles
Since last MOT+2,176 miles
PASS
Mileage130,897 miles
Since last MOT+9,906 miles
PASS
Mileage120,991 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,990 miles
Since last MOT+20,336 miles
PASS
Mileage100,654 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,654 miles
Since last MOT+22,468 miles
PASS
Mileage78,186 miles
Since last MOT+20,356 miles
PASS
Mileage57,830 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,830 miles
Since last MOT+18,787 miles
PASS
Mileage39,043 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,043 miles
Since last MOT+5,929 miles
PASS
Mileage33,114 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (1998–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG53 EEJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWG — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WG53 EEJ

What car is WG53 EEJ?

WG53 EEJ is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.

What is the mileage of WG53 EEJ?

The last recorded mileage for WG53 EEJ was 135,437 miles, recorded on 9 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WG53 EEJ passed its MOT?

WG53 EEJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Sep 2014.

Is WG53 EEJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG53 EEJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WG53 EEJ?

WG53 EEJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.